Seared Ahi Tuna Tartare

I absolutely love Ahi Tuna. I order it almost every time that it is offered in a restaurant, both cooked and raw. Serve this recipe as an appetizer, or a light entrée. All of the flavors together offer a cool and refreshing bite. This is an ideal choice on a hot day with an ice cold beer or a chilled glass of wine.

Ingredients:

For the Tuna Tartare:

1 lb. Ahi Tuna, Sashimi grade if possible, Diced

3 Tbsp. Fresh Lime Juice

The zest of one lime

2 Tbsp. Low Sodium Soy Sauce

¼ cup Cucumber, Peeled, Seeded, Diced

¼ cup Avocado, Diced

¼ cup Jicama, Diced

2 tbsp. Scallions, Thinly Sliced

2 tbsp. Olive oil

1-2 tbsp. Sesame seeds, toasted

1 tbsp. Fresh Cilantro, Chopped

For the Parmesan Crisp:

½ cup Grated Parmesan

Instructions:

Preaheat the oven to 400 Degrees F.

Line a Baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spoon 1 tbsp. of the cheese onto the lined baking sheet into a little heap, gently press them down.

Repeat spacing about ½’ between each heap. Bake 3-5 minutes, or until golden in color. Set aside to cool.

In a large skillet heat 1 tbsp. of the oil over medium-high heat.

Add the tuna and sear until desired doneness, 3-4 minutes per side.

Set aside and allow to cool before dicing.

Meanwhile, In a medium bowl whisk together the other tbsp. of oil, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, and scallions.